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F1 driver Valtteri Bottas visits RM$66.76 billion PETRONAS megaproject at Pengerang Integrated Complex in Johor.

Ahead of the F1 Singapore Grand Prix this weekend, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Motorsport driver, Valtteri Bottas dropped by at PETRONAS’ US$16 billion (about RM66.76 billion) megaproject at the Pengerang Integrated Complex (PIC) in Johor.

Due to start commercial operations by the fourth quarter of this year, Valtteri visited the ‘brain’” of the 6,239-acre complex, the Main Control Building, which provides critical communication connections for the Refinery, Steam Cracker Complex, Petrochemical plants and its 6 major associated facilities. He also visited the Centralised Laboratory to learn about PIC’s research and development.

Petroleum products to Euro 5 specs
With a refining capacity of 300,000 barrels of crude per day, it will produce a range of refined petroleum products, including petrol and diesel that meet Euro 5 fuel specifications. The refinery will provide feedstock for the integrated petrochemical complex, which has the nameplate capacity to produce 3.3 million tonnes per annum of petrochemical products, including differentiated and specialty chemicals.

The refinery and selected petrochemical plants are owned and operated by Pengerang Refining and Petrochemical (PRefChem), a strategic alliance between PETRONAS and Saudi Aramco through an equal partnership in two joint-venture companies.

Valtteri Bottas — *The F1 driver with PETRONAS employees at the Pengerang Integrated Complex*

While at the facility, he met some members of the 28,000-strong workforce and treated a lucky few to a driving experience. 30 students from local schools also presented the F1 driver, currently running second in the 2019 championship, with their F1 car designs.

“It’s a sight to behold – the scale and scope of the facility is incredible! It’s great to learn more about PETRONAS’ technology and business whilst we’re in the region and also to see everyone working together with such a great team spirit and passion for their work. It is similar to the team back at the factories in Brackley and Brixworth [in England],” said Valtteri.

“We aspire to be at the forefront of technology and innovation across the energy value chain and PIC brings us closer to prime position in achieving that goal. We are proud of our new facility and have enjoyed giving Valtteri a preview of our extensive operations here,” said Dr. Colin Wong, CEO of PRefChem.

JOB SEARCH: Petronas Trackside Fluid Engineer for Formula 1!

The folks from Petronas has announced their intention to hire someone as the Petronas Trackside Fluid Engineer in the world of Formula 1 and this job could be yours! Their global search is for an outstanding individual to ‘provide onsite technical support for Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Motorsport in the 2020 FIA F1™ World Championship.’ (more…)

‘Pay, Pump & Go’ with Setel at all Petronas stations in Klang Valley

Tired of waiting in line at petrol stations to pay at the counter? Line too long at the ATM machines? With Setel, Malaysia’s first mobile app for fuel payment, you can just ‘Pay, Pump & Go’ right at the terminal located at the pump, now available at all Petronas stations in the Klang Valley area.

The Setel app also recently introduced its latest feature called ‘Refer A Friend’. In their efforts to encourage Petronas fans to go cashless, app users will be rewarded just by spreading the word to their friends and families. (more…)

Petronas launches Malaysia’s first mobile refuelling service

Petronas Dagangan Berhad (PDB) is always for ways to innovate their products and services for customers all over the country and their latest endeavour shows just that. They have launched ROVR, Malaysia’s first mobile refuelling service which offers a ‘a seamless and safe refuelling experience for both commercial and everyday drivers, beyond conventional petrol stations.’ (more…)

Cycle & Carriage organises ‘Balik Kampung’ drive with Petronas

Cycle & Carriage Bintang Berhad together with Petronas Dagangan Berhad organised a very special ‘Balik Kampung’ themed drive with 200 Mercedes-Benz owners around Selangor. The customers were also given the opportunity to test out Petronas’ latest PRIMAX 95 with Pro-Drive fuel. (more…)

First Petronas AutoExpert Centre opens in Shah Alam

Petronas Lubricants Marketing Malaysis (PLMM) together with Petronas Lubricant International (PLI) has officially launched Malaysia’s first Petronas AutoExpert Centre. This new service centre focuses on offering the company’s high-end products plus top of the line maintenance services to all customers. (more…)

Petronas Launches First-Of-Its-Kind Mobile Bike Workshop, Announces 2019 MotoGP Contest!

Petronas Lubricants Marketing (M) Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Petronas Dagangan Berhad, has launched the first ever ‘mobile’ service workshop, where motorcyclists can get their bikes serviced somewhere other than a normal workshop.

Modified from a 20-foot container, “The mobile-service workshop aims to provide our customers convenience and a unique seamless experience, where they can just sit back, relax and leave the service to our skilled technicians” said Dato Sri Syed Zainal Abidin, PDB’s MD and CEO (below). “On average the end-to-end process takes about 8-minutes for small and medium capacity bikes” he added.

Also announced at this event, in conjunction with the upcoming 2019 MotoGP season – in which Petronas is represented in all classes – Petronas is launching the “Petronas Sprinta Bonanza 2019” Contest, in which winners stand to ride away with monthly prizes such as a brand new Yamaha Y15ZR!

In addition, the overall grand prize winner at the end of the promotion will take home a new Yamaha R6 Superbike, painted in special Petronas Yamaha SRT MotoGP Team colours! The second place winner will take home a new Yamaha R25, also in team livery.

The contest runs from 11th March to 30th September 2019. For more info on the Mobile Service Workshop and the “Bonanza MotoGP 2019 Contest”, log on to www.mymesra.com.my

Petronas Sponsors Jet Fuel On Air Asia Flights To Hanoi, Now Everybody Can Yell “Goal”! (Surprise At The End)

PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad (PDB) is collaborating with AirAsia to bring Malaysian football fans to the second leg of AFF Suzuki Cup Final against Vietnam this Saturday. As the official fuel partner for AirAsia, PDB is sponsoring jet fuel for the discounted AirAsia flights for Harimau Malaya fans travelling to Hanoi, Vietnam to support our national football team. With this sponsorship, the cost is further reduced by RM50 per guest. AirAsia will refund the difference to all fans who purchased their seats earlier.

Speaking about the initiative, PDB’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Sri Syed Zainal Abidin said, “The team had showcased a tremendous performance at the last match and PDB is proud to be part of this exciting, patriotic journey. This is one of the ways that we offer value-added services to Malaysians as the nation’s leading retailer. We are happy to be able to team up with AirAsia to realise the fans’ dreams of supporting Team Harimau Malaya in person and keep their spirits burning.”

He added, “I would like to urge all Malaysians to take this opportunity support the team and be part of the excitement. We wish Team Harimau Malaya the very best, and do make Malaysia proud!”

Now here’s a bit of trivia from Petronas: Today, our domestic retail arm, PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad (PDB), operates more than 1,000 service stations nationwide. But #DidYouKnow, our first flagship service station was opened in 1981 in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, where it still stands to this very day? (below)

(All images from the official Air Asia & PETRONAS Facebook pages)

Petronas Lubricants & Hong Leong Yamaha Organise 1,000 Bike Convoy To MotoGP 2018

PETRONAS Lubricants Marketing Malaysia and Hong Leong Yamaha recently joined-forces to organise a convoy of over 1,000 bikes and motorcycle racing fans who travelled from Cyberjaya to Sepang to catch the Malaysian MotoGP at the Sepang International Circuit.

The bikers from across Malaysia, were flagged off for the 40km journey at TSI Arena in Cyberjaya by PETRONAS Vice President of Downstream Business, Dato’ Sri Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Tahir (above, left), Managing Director of Hong Leong Yamaha, Dato’ Jim Khor and PETRONAS Lubricant International (PLI) Head of Asia Pacific, Mohd Khalid Mohamed Latiff (above, right).

“It is great to see enthusiastic bikers supporting the biggest motorsport event in the country. Motorcyclists are very important to PETRONAS as our technology from the race track are translated into our in the motorcycle lubricant products we develop for bikes on the road. The riders’ feedback are important to us for further improvement,” said Dato’ Sri Syed Zainal Abidin.

At the mall area of Sepang Circuit, the PETRONAS Experience offered a host of exciting activities for some 10,000 people who visited the booth. Visitors had a chance to participate in a 5D MotoGP experience, a PETRONAS Sprinta UltraFlex™ Challenge, purchase exclusive PETRONAS merchandise and win free premium giveaways. The PETRONAS Experience also included a meet and greet with riders of PETRONAS’ two teams – PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Moto2 and PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Moto3, who made special appearances.

For 2019, as recently announced PETRONAS, Yamaha and Sepang Circuit have signed up Franco Morbidelli and Fabio Quatararo for the MotoGP team. This marks PETRONAS as the first oil company in the world to sponsor all classes in World MotoGP Championship.

PETRONAS Dynamic Diesel EURO 5 With Pro-Drive Now Available In Sabah

In line with the increasing demand for better quality and cleaner diesel in the region, PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad (PDB) today extended its enhanced PETRONAS Dynamic Diesel Euro 5 with Pro-Drive to Sabah, with plans to expand to 20 stations by year-end and to gradually increase the availability over the next year.

Based on the laboratory tests conducted, the PETRONAS Dynamic Diesel Euro 5 with Pro-Drive removes deposits and protects injectors thus allowing the fuel to effectively clean the engine, ensuring optimum engine efficiency. PDB’s Head of Retail Business Division, Aadrin Azly, said, “At PETRONAS, we continuously improve our products to ensure that we offer our customers only the best. Since we launched this earlier in Peninsular and Sarawak, we have received good feedback and have seen a marked increase in our diesel sales volume. Sensing the growing demand for better quality and cleaner diesel, we are ramping up efforts in making sure everyone will benefit from the new formulation, including Sabahans.”

In comparison to other diesel fuels in the market that were tested, results shown that the PETRONAS Dynamic Diesel Euro 5 with Pro-Drive recorded higher cetane number, which helps to improve combustion resulting in smoother drivability, cleaner emission and lower noise. PETRONAS Dynamic Diesel Euro 5 with Pro-Drive also has higher heating value, indicating more energy per kilogram fuel to deliver better fuel economy.

This is evident during an Experience to Believe road trip organised earlier for various diesel car clubs to put the enhanced fuel to test. One of the participants, Ritchie Fernandez, who drove a Mitsubishi Triton said, “The PETRONAS Dynamic Diesel Euro 5 with Pro-Drive reduces consumption, and provides savings about 2% – 3%.”

Another participant, Lum Tuck Chin, the owner of a Ford Ranger commented, “I definitely experience better fuel consumption. Even driving on the highway with heavy footer, I could still save about one litre per 100 kilometer.”

The improved PETRONAS Dynamic Diesel Euro 5 with Pro-Drive promises to deliver three key benefits for diesel vehicles:

Clean: Cleans and protects critical diesel engine parts to prolong engine life
Efficient: Improves combustion, optimises engine performance and provides greater fuel economy
Smooth: Easier to start, less vibration and smoother drive for a better journey

For more information about the enhanced fuel and availability, visit www.mymesra.com.my

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F1 driver Valtteri Bottas visits RM$66.76 billion PETRONAS megaproject at Pengerang Integrated Complex in Johor.

JOB SEARCH: Petronas Trackside Fluid Engineer for Formula 1!

‘Pay, Pump & Go’ with Setel at all Petronas stations in Klang Valley

Petronas launches Malaysia’s first mobile refuelling service

Cycle & Carriage organises ‘Balik Kampung’ drive with Petronas

First Petronas AutoExpert Centre opens in Shah Alam

Petronas Launches First-Of-Its-Kind Mobile Bike Workshop, Announces 2019 MotoGP Contest!

Petronas Sponsors Jet Fuel On Air Asia Flights To Hanoi, Now Everybody Can Yell “Goal”! (Surprise At The End)

Petronas Lubricants & Hong Leong Yamaha Organise 1,000 Bike Convoy To MotoGP 2018

PETRONAS Dynamic Diesel EURO 5 With Pro-Drive Now Available In Sabah

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